Patrick Farmer
Patrick (he/him) is the eCommerce Editor of Android Central. After working in independent bookstores for the better part of a decade and using freelance writing as a side hustle, Patrick switched to writing full time in 2020. Patrick’s writing has appeared in the Chicago Tribune, The Hill, BestReviews, OddityMall, and many other publications across the web. He joined Android Central as the Deals and Commerce Writer in 2022 and now runs the site’s eCommerce efforts and coverage of major sale events. Although he’s written about everything from exercise equipment to turntables, Patrick’s work nowadays is primarily concerned with saving people money on tech. He’s particularly passionate about eliminating buyer’s remorse and taking subjects that can be confusing for shoppers — such as switching wireless carriers or buying a new smart TV — and breaking them down into simple, easy-to-understand terms. Whether you’re a veteran tech-head or a novice, Patrick offers honest, no-nonsense shopping advice with years of hands-on experience to back it up. When he isn’t hunting down the best discounts or digging through the fine print of a carrier deal, Patrick enjoys trekking around the Rocky Mountains, camping out at a brewery, or spending time with his beloved polydactyl cat.
Latest articles by Patrick Farmer
![Hands-on with the smaller Samsung Galaxy S24](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/QQxJUB8kzYcB6dkJT9yBBi-320-80.jpg)
Wait, what?! Verizon is already giving away the Galaxy S24 for FREE with any Samsung trade-in
By Patrick Farmer published
This is wild The S24 series just got announced moments ago, yet Verizon could give you the flagship phone for FREE when you add a line and trade in ANY Samsung phone, regardless of age or condition.
![Hands-on with the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/wxHxv6Z92u5HW35R6FK9Nj-320-80.jpg)
Our readers get $50 when they preorder the Galaxy S24 from Samsung — plus free gift cards, memory upgrades, and more
By Patrick Farmer published
Just for you The Galaxy S24 series is coming, and Samsung is giving away a bunch of free goodies when you preorder through their site — plus a $50 credit just for you.
![The Motorola Razr Plus tented](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/DhsKeTFwbwrN2VA8eiQhME-320-80.jpg)
Whoa! The Motorola Razr Plus just scored another Black Friday discount at Best Buy
By Patrick Farmer published
$300 off! Head to Best Buy and grab the Motorola Razr Plus (2023) for just $699.99, its lowest price ever.
![Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra live image in hand](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/S6K5EX6YMPWKyo64PjqDB9-320-80.jpg)
Today is your LAST CHANCE to reserve the Galaxy S24 and claim a free $50 credit, no payment required
By Patrick Farmer published
Get your savings early. The Galaxy Unpacked announcement event is just around the corner, but you can already claim a $50 credit with up to $970 of trade-in savings.
![All three Google Pixel 8 Pro colors](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/Bm5freDuhzk7eBqNXbox93-320-80.jpg)
S24, who? Best Buy quietly launches a HUGE sale on Pixel devices — but these deals won't last forever
By Patrick Farmer published
Pixel savings Just days before Samsung Unpacked kicks off on January 17th, Best Buy has launched a sale that discounts some of our favorite Google Pixel products. Coincidence? I think not.
![The large inner display of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/29TyhKpCXiFi9V3MBXEHTE-320-80.jpg)
Why wait for the S24 when you can score $1,000 off the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5 today?
By Patrick Farmer published
Ready your trade-ins The Galaxy S24 series may be dominating the headlines, but who needs the latest flagship when you can score up to $1,000 off the Galaxy Z Fold 5 with a trade-in today?
![The back of the burgundy Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/Q2LxTaJjGdzgYjNJdXjnje-320-80.jpg)
The best Samsung Galaxy S22 deals and prices of July 2024
By Patrick Farmer last updated
Deals Samsung Galaxy S22 deals are pouring in, so we've put together a list of the best promotions we could find.
![Close-up on Pixel Watch 2 sitting on keyboard](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/Fu5cTsiYymXSnZ8WBkHvHX-320-80.jpg)
The Pixel Watch 2 returns to a record low price, making Black Friday look like a joke
By Patrick Farmer published
Not too shabby Best Buy is currently slashing 14% off the price of the Google Pixel Watch 2, totally clobbering the deal we saw during Black Friday a few months ago.
![Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra With Keyboard](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/Huh2oXfb62jjAMazXtcTTF-320-80.jpg)
The Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra FINALLY scores a major discount at Best Buy — is it worth the price yet?
By Patrick Farmer published
$300 off! Despite its many great qualities, the Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra has always been a bit overpriced. Thanks to this new Best Buy deal, that's no longer the case.
![Google Pixel 8 review](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/LQdTwZVMZJKeVKpP6adZkG-320-80.jpg)
New Verizon deal just dropped — grab a free Google Pixel 8 with a new line, no trade-in required!
By Patrick Farmer published
Free with an asterisk Simply add a line with an eligible data plan and Verizon will hook you up with enough promo credits to make the Google Pixel 8 completely free.
![XM5 headphones on desk](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/zD7fu45caNa9mVpUrd9uyB-320-80.jpg)
All the best Sony WH-1000XM5 deals of July 2024
By Patrick Farmer last updated
Listen to this Sony's WH-1000XM5 headphones may sound great, but they aren't exactly cheap. Here are the best prices we could find.
![Camera housing of Samsung Galaxy S23 Plus against white background](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/CYsbBR6nJh52vo3KXWBu7U-320-80.jpg)
Forget the S24, Verizon will hook you up with a FREE Galaxy S23 Plus in exchange for any Samsung trade-in
By Patrick Farmer published
Why wait? Forget the S24, this Verizon deal hooks you up with a FREE Galaxy S23 Plus with any Samsung trade-in
![Visible smile logo on phone](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/iW3ezBdsDXPBMzSRVTddME-320-80.jpg)
This promo code gets you TWO YEARS of discounted wireless from Visible — deal ends January 31st
By Patrick Farmer published
Get a cheap phone bill The Verizon-owned wireless carrier is ringing in the new year by discounting both of its data plans when you use this code.
![Mint Mobile home page on Pixel 6](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/QYaWj3isE7uepq9ox8duKC-320-80.jpg)
Mint Mobile is ringing in the new year with 50% off its Unlimited plan.. again
By Patrick Farmer last updated
It's back! The T-Mobile-powered MVNO carrier Mint Mobile is bringing back one of its most popular deals on wireless service — but it won't be around forever.
![Fitbit Inspire 3 on porch railing](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/bH5RRAu3vUsaNPgL9SJQ2e-320-80.jpg)
Our favorite value Fitbit scores a 30% discount, just in time for New Year's resolutions
By Patrick Farmer last updated
Get moving Amazon is slashing 30% off the Fitbit Inspire 3, offering loads of value on one of our all-time favorite fitness trackers.
![Xbox Series X console with controller on desk](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/3SjSMfjtjPwTt6UShxkaSb-320-80.jpg)
It's your last chance to claim a free Xbox Series X from Verizon Fios — the deal ends January 3rd!
By Patrick Farmer published
It's almost over! That popular Verizon Fios deal that gets you a free Xbox Series X is officially about to expire, so if you've been on the fence, now's the time to make a decision.
![Samsung Galaxy Tab A8 in-hand promo](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/nrKUSrPnyfSesyrTZ7TsQn-320-80.jpg)
My favorite cheap tablet just got even cheaper — score 43% off the Galaxy Tab A8 during Amazon's After Christmas sale!
By Patrick Farmer published
Great deal alert Christmas may be over, but you can still nab a sweet 43% discount on the Samsung Galaxy Tab A8, our favorite cheap Android tablet.
![Mint Mobile last chance deal ad](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/uhjsYQi5EN3wd8Eiv4fYJd-320-80.jpg)
Mint Mobile's BOGO holiday deal is about to expire — claim your free wireless service before it's too late!
By Patrick Farmer published
Last chance! Mint Mobile's "Buy Three, Get Three" deal is officially about to expire, so now's your last chance to score some dirt cheap wireless powered by T-Mobile.
![The matte glass on the back of the Google Pixel 8 Pro](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/47po7vPbimkNg6taSyW5KC-320-80.jpg)
Amazon's Boxing Day sale is LIVE — here are the five tech deals you cannot miss
By Patrick Farmer published
Boxing Day deals Christmas has come to an end, which means it's time for great Boxing Day sales from retailers like Amazon.
![The Charcoal Google Pixel 7a next to a marble and metal chess board](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/WDJyqgtYLnqUByY9q5Uu5L-320-80.jpg)
Patrick Farmer's Top 10 of 2023
By Patrick Farmer published
Top 10 A lot happened this year, both at work and in my personal life. Here are some of my favorite things.
![OnePlus Open review](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/N7uJPeVbiugCGu73uNo9eL-320-80.jpg)
Finally! The OnePlus Open has dropped to its lowest price ever during Best Buy's Christmas sale (but not for long)
By Patrick Farmer published
Epic! Activate the OnePlus Open through Best Buy and you'll get the premium foldable phone for the record low price of $1,399.99.
![A close-up of the Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/Zbs6FE7iQYqfKbPUdVcGua-320-80.jpeg)
Best Buy is apparently giving away FREE gift cards when you buy Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses
By Patrick Farmer published
Check this out Grab a pair of Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses from Best Buy or Amazon and you'll get a free $50 gift card with your purchase.
![Garmin watch on wrist](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/gyS2Bs46UNNyFhhGdYSXwJ-320-80.jpg)
Not a typo: the Garmin fenix 6 Pro Solar just scored a whopping 45% discount during Amazon's Christmas sale
By Patrick Farmer published
This is huge Head to Amazon today and you'll get an epic $360 discount on the Garmin fenix 6 Pro Solar. The best part? It'll arrive by Christmas.
![Jabra Elite 10 earbuds open case.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/Y5Z8MW7xKjoFnwnGbCxA7D-320-80.jpg)
Our favorite wireless earbuds just crashed to a record low price (and yes, you can get them by Christmas)
By Patrick Farmer published
Last chance! Amazon and Best Buy are dropping $50 off the price of the Jabra Elite 10, our favorite wireless earbuds on the market.
![Putting a folded Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5 in a pocket](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/ZGn6mWb7HDBi7h6NpE7yVk-320-80.jpg)
You can get the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5 for only $399, just in time for Christmas — here's how
By Patrick Farmer published
Get ready to Flip! Head to Samsung during the winter sale and you'll be eligible to get up to $600 off the Galaxy Z Flip 5 with trade-in, plus a free storage upgrade.